Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: Story Complete, Full Steam Ahead!
Directors Hamaguchi and Kitase recently confirmed that the main storyline for Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 is complete, ensuring the trilogy remains on schedule. This positive update follows the successful launch of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PC and its overwhelmingly positive reception.
Development Progress and Release Expectations
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In a Famitsu interview, the team revealed that development on Part 3 commenced immediately after Rebirth's completion and is progressing without delays. Producer Kitase emphasized the story's completion, highlighting its faithfulness to the original while offering a satisfying conclusion. He expressed confidence that it will meet fans' expectations.
Rebirth's Success and Initial Concerns
Despite Rebirth's critical acclaim and widespread popularity, the development team initially harbored concerns about player reception. Kitase acknowledged the pressure of following up the first game's success, but the overwhelmingly positive response to Rebirth has boosted confidence for the final installment. Hamaguchi attributed the game's success, in part, to a logical, data-driven approach to development, incorporating player feedback strategically.
The Rise of PC Gaming
The developers also discussed the growing dominance of PC gaming. Kitase highlighted the rising development costs and the need to reach a broader audience, emphasizing the global reach of the PC market compared to consoles. This shift influenced the decision to expedite the PC port of Rebirth. Hamaguchi noted a faster turnaround for the Rebirth PC port compared to the Remake's PC release.
The positive trajectory of the Remake project, fueled by the success of Rebirth and the completed storyline for Part 3, suggests a promising future for the final installment. The possibility of a faster PC release for Part 3, mirroring the expedited release of Rebirth's PC version, is certainly exciting for players worldwide.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is available now on PC (Steam) and PlayStation 5. Final Fantasy VII Remake is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC (Steam).
